Kapangagaw (en. Act of taking)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The quality or state of having the power to take or seize something.
Others' act of taking our belongings is against the law.
Ang kapangagaw ng iba sa ating mga ari-arian ay labag sa batas.
An activity in which a person takes something that does not belong to them.
Reports show that the act of taking by people is increasing in public places.
Ipinakita ng mga ulat na ang kapangagaw ng mga tao ay tumataas sa mga pampublikong lugar.
An occurrence where taking or stealing is intentional.
The act of taking by people in stores is becoming a major problem.
Ang kapangagaw ng mga tao sa mga tindahan ay nagiging isang malaking problema.

Common Phrases and Expressions

enemy's act of taking
activity of taking something from the enemy
kapangagaw ng kaaway

Related Words

thief
A person who takes something that does not belong to them.
nagnanakaw
theft
The act of taking something unlawfully.
pagnanakaw

Slang Meanings

Rarely obtained or grabbed
Wow, the grab of this prize is rare, it's hard to get!
Grabe, ang kapangagaw ng premyo na ito, ang hirap makuha!
Extremely intriguing or impressive
The show is so captivating, I can't take my eyes off it!
Ang kapangagaw ng palabas na ito, hindi ko maalis ang mata ko!
An item that is in-demand or sought-after
That new gadget is so hyped among techies!
Yung bagong gadget, kapangagaw sa mga techie!